Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Barrier Contraception

Methods of contraception in which physical, chemical, or biological means are used to prevent the SPERM from reaching the fertilizable OVUM.

National Library of MedicineMedical Subject Headings2026

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Abstract

Methods of contraception in which physical, chemical, or biological means are used to prevent the SPERM from reaching the fertilizable OVUM.

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Synonyms

4 entry terms
  • Barrier Methods, Contraceptive
  • Contraception, Barrier
  • Barrier Method, Contraceptive
  • Vaginal Barrier Methods, Contraceptive

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Aspects Covered

14 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, instrumentation, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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History Note

2004; for BARRIER METHODS use CONTRACEPTION 1988-2003; for VAGINAL BARRIER METHODS use CONTRACEPTION 1993-2003

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Previous Indexing

  • Contraceptive Devices (1978-2003)

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  1. E02w.875.194w.285w

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Barrier Contraception. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D042121. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D042121
  2. Barrier Contraception. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barrier_contraception
  3. Barrier Contraception. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q13582224